ICE Agents’ Shooting Closes I-5 Ramp in Stanislaus County
A shooting involving ICE agents in Stanislaus County prompted the closure of Interstate 5 ramps at Sperry Avenue. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office said it is assisting federal authorities. The person who was shot was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Law enforcement response and investigation
Officials described the incident as an officer-involved shooting that involved U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The sheriff’s office confirmed no local deputies fired their weapons. Authorities said no local law enforcement officers were injured during the encounter.
Details remain limited. Investigators have not disclosed how many federal agents discharged firearms, nor have they released the circumstances that led to the shooting. A multi-agency investigation is underway.
Road closures and traffic impact
Caltrans closed the I-5 on- and off-ramps at Sperry Avenue. The agency provided no estimate for reopening. The sheriff’s office expects those ramps to remain closed for the remainder of the day.
The freeway mainline remains open with light traffic. Drivers needing Patterson access must use detours. Recommended alternatives include State Route 140 through Newman to State Route 33, or State Route 132 to Vernalis and then south on SR 33.
Local scene and reporting
Live aerial images and photos from residents showed multiple law enforcement vehicles and crime-scene tape near the Sperry Avenue interchange. Filmogaz.com reporters were deployed to the scene to gather updates.
Nearby businesses include a Love’s Travel Plaza, gas stations, a Jack in the Box, and a Starbucks. Residential areas are blocks from the closure, though officials said immediate traffic disruption has been limited.
What remains unknown
Authorities have not released the suspect’s condition or the extent of injuries. They also have not clarified what triggered the ICE agents’ shooting. Further information will be released as the investigation progresses.
Filmogaz.com will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates as officials release new details. The report was last updated on Apr. 7, 2026.
